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R538 OWT

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

170,366 mi
Last recorded170,366 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR538 OWT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 170,366 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underneath generally (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 168,468 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 165,404 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 162,526 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 159,756 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 159,756 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 156,210 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 151,297 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 151,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 148,021 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 148,021 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 146,025 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 146,025 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 138,716 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 134,224 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 134,224 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 132,975 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 120,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 108,995 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2008 98,181 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 80,367 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 61,409 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?

Based on 4,388,972 MOT tests across 325,470 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,904
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
325,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 153,632
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 141,712
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 136,366
position lamp(s) not working 91,214
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 88,089
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R538 OWT is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 124,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Discovery fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 153,632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R538 OWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Discovery typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R538 OWT registered?

R538 OWT is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R538 OWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R538 OWT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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